Hi Anna

Sea to Summit were super speedy with their response and have confirmed the Regular is 42cm at the base before the edges curl around the corner, and the Large is 53cm at the same point.

If you think it may be too narrow, you could also take a look at the Regular Wide Rectangle size. This is 64cm wide, top and bottom, however, it doesn't come in the women's specific design.

Thanks

G'day Pip,

The Regular length is 165cm long, so if you're 172cm then you'll find your feet hang off the end, we'd recommend going for the Long model which is 183cm long and will give you a bit more length to spread out.

G'day Kay,

No there isn't any reason why a male can't use the women's specific Ether Light XT mat. There is a little extra width through the hips, so as long as he's happy to have his feet hanging off the end then it shouldn't be a problem. If you're in Adelaide it would be well worth popping into the store and having a laydown on the options too.

G'day Josie,

This is a very tricky question, I personally would go for the Regular length as I tend to sleep on my side and curl up a little. If you sleep on your back and tend to stretch out then I would probably suggest going for the long model. It's obviously up to you, but I would personally go for the regular length.  

G'day Durga,

Both are great mats so I can understand your dilemma ;)  There's no need to be concerned about the Ether Light being noisy or slippery though, as it's a mat that has been designed to be lightweight, quiet and grippy.  Sea to Summit has given particular attention to the shape of this mat by designing it with women in mind and at a generous 10cm thick, there'll be no worries with sleeping on your side.  I think the decision might come down to your personal usage requirements, ie camping or hiking/trekking?  Plus frequency of use and budget since there is of course, a price difference between the 2 mats.  If it were up to me and budget allowed to do so, I'd probably go for the Ether Light due to the new features that Sea to Summit have introduced with this range.  Hope that helps :)